As pollinators of both crop species and wildflowers, bees are critical elements of Ohio’s economy and natural landscape. Our most familiar bees surely are honeybees, which were imported from Europe in the 1600s. However, Ohio also is home to more…
8th Annual BIG Backyard Party!
Join the fun on Saturday, July 27 at Oak Grove Park from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. The day will be filled with hands-on activities all ages and abilities can enjoy. Activities will include inflatables, fishing, archery, field games, and…
Coco Movie Party in the Park
Enjoy an evening of entertainment at Yankee Park on Saturday, July 13 beginning at 7:30 pm! Crafts, musical activities with McCutcheon Music, and Spanish-learning games will kick off the night! Bring a picnic blanket dinner, or have the professionals from…
Universal Changing Table New to Activity Center Park
Universal changing tables are designed to support older children and adults with developmental disabilities, medical conditions, or other special needs that require incontinence care. These tables provide a private, safe and dignified space for individuals to manage their personal hygiene needs.…
Family Fun Tennis Day
Enjoy a fun-filled morning of tennis at Schoolhouse Park on Saturday, July 6! Visit stations with games that will show you the tennis basics. Join in on a quick game! Participants should wear tennis shoes and are encouraged to bring…
Free Sundaes at the Smith House
Kick off red, white and blue week with live music from the Mountain Dulcimer Society of Dayton and a free sundae at the Bill Yeck Park Smith House on Sunday, June 30 from 2 to 4 p.m. Enjoy a relaxing…
For a Million Bucks: Is That Your Final Antler?
Picture a white-tailed deer and chances are you will envision an animal bearing antlers. After all, a deer sighting may be charming, but if that deer is a buck with a large rack of antlers, the encounter becomes a “wow”…
Are You up to the Challenge?
We’ll post challenges on our Facebook page throughout the summer months. Complete eight out of ten posted pop-up park challenges and win a $20 Whit’s Frozen Custard gift card! In addition, each winner will be entered into a grand prize drawing! (One…
Free YoGlow Event
Method Yoga Studio owner and instructor Megan Lees will lead YoGlow, a free outdoor evening yoga class, at Forest Field Park on Friday, June 7 from 9 – 10 p.m. We will provide glow bracelets for all participants to wear! This…
Summer Program Registration
Online registration for summer programs begins Monday, May 13 at 10 a.m. for Centerville and Washington Township residents. Online nonresident registration begins Monday, May 20 at 10 a.m. Register online > View the summer program guide > IMPORTANT: Centerville and Washington Township residents,…